Matches physicality with technical skill and that makes him a dangerous threat to Adelaide.

2. Michael Marrone (Adelaide)

Talented player who is perhaps a victim of being too naturally attacking for his right-back role. Back at the club that gave him his start, he should slot straight into defence.

3. Alessandro Del Piero (Sydney)

A Saturday night at Moore Park seems to be his favourite setting - his teammates just need to give him the ball in space.

4. Ryan Griffiths (Adelaide)

Capable of playing anywhere in the front third, he offers an extra dimension coming off the bench and is slowly gaining match fitness.

5. Milos Dimitrijevic (Sydney)

Was Sydney's best player in the defeat against Melbourne Heart and looks as though he will only get better each week. His debut goal isn't far off.

KEY MATCH-UP

Sasa Ognenovski (Sydney) v Bruce Djite (Adelaide)

Sydney won't waste any time rushing in the big Og - he'll be throwing his 195-centimetre frame around from the opening whistle. That brute power might be required to halt Djite, who is starting to get more comfortable about using his weight in and around the penalty box.